Monte

/ˈmɒn.teɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A Spanish and Italian term meaning 'mount' or 'hill', often used in geographical names.

The hikers planned to reach the summit of Monte Everest.

A card game similar to rummy, played with a special deck of cards.

We spent the evening playing monte with friends, enjoying the competition.

verb

To mount or climb.

They need to monte the horse before the race begins.

From Latin 'mons', meaning mountain.

monte carlo

Refers to a method of statistical sampling or a casino in Monaco.

montezuma's revenge

A colloquial term for traveler's diarrhea, particularly in Mexico.

montagne

French for mountain.

mons

A Latin word meaning 'mountain'.

A pile of money or a raised bet.

He made a huge monte on that game.